what are thoses"big drums" that are in a orchestra or a marching band?? what are they called??
2007-11-12 12:01:45 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Entertainment & Music ➔ Music ➔ Classical
It's either Timpani, or Bass Drum.
2007-11-12 14:28:41 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
In an orchestra the large drums with the copper 'bowls' are timpani (kettle drums). There are usually between 2 and 4, depending on the requirements of the music. Timpani can be tuned to play specific pitches.
In a marching band the big drums which the players carry in front of them and hit either side are bass drums. It would not be feasible to have timpani in a marching band, but you will also see bass drums in an orchestra, although mounted on a cradle and usually only hit on one side. Bass drums are not pitched (ie they don't play a particular note).
2007-11-12 20:41:17 · answer #2 · answered by del_icious_manager 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
timpani or kettle drums.
The ones in a marching band are bass drums.
2007-11-12 20:08:58 · answer #3 · answered by Resident Heretic 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋